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Washington
Jutta Wolf 1998
Facts of Interest About Washington, Connecticut
Pristine in its image and abundant in natural wonders, this prestigious country town is loaded with charm. Along the main routes of Washington, over the rolling hills and country dales, are beautiful homes and structures that yield the old New England expression. Washington’s five
villages of New Preston, Marbledale, Woodville, Washington Depot, and Washington Green feature numerous historical sights, shopping / recreational diversions, elegant hospitality choices and all the traditional beauty of the Greater New Milford region.
In addition to its environmental delights, Washington boasts of outstanding opportunities for antique hunting, and perusing through boutiques, craft shops and quaint village stores. The attraction of The Gunn Memorial Historical Museum and The Institute for American Indian Studies as well as area art galleries, and local dining establishments that span the spectrum from sophisticated and elegant to traditional and homey, lure residents and visitors alike from near and far. There are several lodging options including wonderfid country inns and Bed & Breakfast accommodations that offer respite to the weary traveler and are sure to please.
Located in the heart of the Litchfield Hills, Washington is governed by a Board of Selectmen and conducts town meetings on a regular basis. The Board of Finance oversees the town’s fiscal affairs.
There are several private schools of prominence that make their home in Washington - Devereux-Glenholme School (Grades K-5), Washington Montessori School in New Preston (Grades K-8), Rumsey Hall (Grades K-9; Boarding 5-9), and The Gunnery (Grades 9-12). The public school system offers The Washington Primary School for Kindergarten through fifth grade while students in sixth through twelfth grade attend Shepaug Valley Regional Middle and High Schools (Region #12).
Washington
Zip Code:
06793(Green);
06794 (Depot);
06777(Marbledale/New Preston)
Facts of Interest
Year Town Incorporated: January 1779
Form of Government: Board of Selectmen/Town Meeting
Geographic Location: Eastern Corner of Region
Public Safety: Resident State Trooper/Constables
Geographic Area: 38.7 Sq. Miles
Current Population: 3,645 (2000 Census)
Number of People in Labor Pool: 2,047
Median Household Income: $39,281 ('95)
Total Households: 1,925 (2003)
Average Home Price: $932,738 (2003)
Assessed Value of Community: $912,514,180
(Collectible Grand List 2003)
Health Care: Extensive (See Health Care)
Current Sales Tax: 6%
Low-Rise Facilities: Zoned Commercial
Overview of Commercial Area:
Washington is comprised of four separate commercial districts - New Preston, Washington Depot, Marbledale and Woodville - with 260 acres of total commercial area. One of the zones allows for light manufacturing as long as the number of employees does not exceed thirty. In Marbledale, commercial applications are granted by special permit only (i.e. public hearing and decision by a commission). All commercial zones permit no more than 25% “coverage”, which includes even unpaved walkways and parking areas. Washington’s zoning laws are designed with specific restrictions to preserve the town’s rural character.
Largest employers in community
Devereux-Glenholme School
Mayflower Inn & Restaurant
Shepaug Valley School
Dufour Transportation Inc.
Rumsey Hall
The Gunnery
Washington Montessari School
Lake Waramaug Country Club (Seasonal)
Hopkins Inn (Warren)
Town of Washington Bryan Memorial
Town Hall
Town Hall and Departmental Information
Bryan Hall Plaza
Washington, CT 06794
Area Code 860 - Telephone 868-2786 - Fax 868-9603
Office hours vary by department
*Emergency 911
Animal Welfare - 354-1350
Assessor - 868-0398
Building Inspector - 868-0844
Building Office - 868-0844
Canine Control - 868-2870
DMV - 800 842-8222
Fire Marshall - 868-7451
Health Department - 868-0844
Historical Society - 868-7756
Inland/Wetlands - 868-0423
Library - 868-7586
Washington Art Association - 868-2878
Parks & Recreation - 868-1519
Planning & Zoning - 868-0844
Post Offices
Marbledale/New Preston 868-7660
Washington Green 868-2688
Washington Depot 868-4474
Probate Judge 868-7974
Public Works 868-7986
Recycling Center 868-2259
Regional Planning Agency 868-7341
Northwestern CT Council of Governments
Registrar of Voters 868-2786
Resident Trooper 868-9671
Selectmen - 868-2259
Senior Center - 868-0735
State Police Troop L - 860 567-6800
Tax Collector - 868-7796
Town Clerk - 868-2786
Cable
Charter Communications - 355-0937
Gas
No Natural Gas Service
Health Care
Danbury Hospital - 203 797-7000
(371 beds. 502 physicians/surgeons)
New Milford Hospital - 860 355-2611
(affiliate of Coiumbia-Presbyterian Medical Center)
(85 bedt 75 physcians/surgeons)
Sharon Hospital - 860 364-4141
(82 beds 64 physicians/surgeons)
Houses of Worship
Local & Area Newspapers
Litchfield County Times - 355-4141
New Milford Times - 354-2261
The Greater New Milford Spectrum - 354-2273
Voices - 203 263-2116
Telephone
SBC - 800 453-7638
Trash (Residential & Commercial)
Contact Tax Collector's Office to Obtain Permit
Transfer Station 868-1726
ASTI Waste Systems 354-2211
Automated Waste Disposal 203 743-0405
Oliver’s Rubbish Removal 800-215-8994
Utilities
CT Light & Power - 800 286-2000
Water
Private Wells
Judea Water - 800 822-6690
Permits- certificates-licenses are issued by various departments.
Contact the Town Hall for more information and hours of operation.
11 Railroad Street, New Milford, CT 06776
Tel. (860) 354-6080 ~ Fax. (860) 354-8526
nmcc@newmilford-chamber.com
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